From Clear Skies to a Stormy Weekend – Manitoba’s Forecast Unfolds
WINNIPEG – WEATHER – Good morning, Peg City! It’s a mostly cloudy start to the day with a current temperature of 14°C at the Richardson International Airport. Humidity is sitting at 84%, giving the air a slightly sticky feel, while northeast winds are blowing at 12 km/h. The barometric pressure is on the rise at 101.1 kPa, setting the stage for clearer skies ahead.
Today: Clearing Skies and Comfortable Heat
Expect those morning clouds to drift off, revealing sunny skies through the afternoon. The high will reach a very manageable 24°C, but thanks to the humidity, it’ll feel closer to 27°C. The UV index will hit 7, so sunscreen is your best friend today if you plan to spend any time outdoors.
Wardrobe tip: Today’s the sweet spot between spring chill and summer swelter—go with breathable layers and maybe toss a light jacket over your shoulder for the early hours.
Tonight: Calm Turns Stormy
Skies will stay clear early this evening, but don’t get too cozy—clouds return with a 60% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms late tonight. The low will dip to a mild 14°C, so keep the windows cracked, but maybe not too wide—unless you enjoy the sudden patter of raindrops at 2 a.m.
Friday: Crank the Heat, Cue the Storms
Friday’s shaping up to be a classic prairie sizzler. Expect a mix of sun and cloud with a 60% chance of morning showers, then southerly winds at 20 km/h bringing in a toasty air mass. Temperatures will climb to 28°C, but the humidex will punch it up to 34°C. That’s iced coffee weather with a side of sweat.
Friday night won’t bring much relief either, with cloudy skies, a continued 60% chance of showers, and a sticky low of 17°C.
Weekend Outlook: Cloudy, Wet, and Windy
Saturday is looking cloudy with a high of 24°C, while the evening calls for windy conditions and a good soaking of rain. On Sunday, prepare for umbrellas and maybe even some rubber boots—showers are expected all day with a high of just 17°C. The moisture lingers into the night, with continued showers and a low of 11°C.
Weather Trivia – Winnipeg’s Wild Weather Swings 🌦️
Did you know Winnipeg once experienced a temperature swing of over 30°C in less than 24 hours? Back on January 23, 1943, temperatures jumped from –20°C to +11°C thanks to a chinook wind—talk about wardrobe whiplash!
